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The Best Episodes of War and Peace

Every episode of War and Peace ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of War and Peace!

A story that revolves around five aristocratic families, set during the reign of Alexander I, and centered on the love triangle between Natasha Rostova, Pierre Bezukhov, and Andrei Bolkonsky.

Genre:Drama
Network:BBC One

Top Episode Ratings Summary

The best episode of "War and Peace" is "Episode 6", rated 8.4/10 from 735 user votes. It was directed by Tom Harper and written by Andrew Davies. "Episode 6" aired on 2/7/2016 and is rated 0.1 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 5".

  • Episode 6
    8.4/10 735 votes

    #1 - Episode 6

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 2/7/2016

    As Napoleon marches into Moscow, the Rostovs rush to leave the city.

    Director: Tom Harper

    Writer: Andrew Davies

  • Episode 5
    8.3/10 729 votes

    #2 - Episode 5

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 1/31/2016

    Napoleon outrages the Russian emperor by marching his army towards Moscow.

    Director: Tom Harper

    Writer: Andrew Davies

  • Episode 3
    8.0/10 803 votes

    #3 - Episode 3

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 1/17/2016

    A nervous Pierre fights a duel. Natasha and Sonya receive unexpected proposals.

    Director: Tom Harper

    Writer: Andrew Davies

  • Episode 4
    7.9/10 708 votes

    #4 - Episode 4

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 1/24/2016

    Natasha is shocked by Andrei's decision to delay the wedding and travel abroad for a year.

    Director: Tom Harper

    Writer: Andrew Davies

  • Episode 2
    7.7/10 786 votes

    #5 - Episode 2

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 1/10/2016

    As Andrei prepares for a great battle, Pierre struggles with married life.

    Director: Tom Harper

    Writer: Andrew Davies

  • Episode 1
    7.5/10 1,016 votes

    #6 - Episode 1

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 1/3/2016

    Russia is drawn into war with France, changing the lives of three young people forever.

    Director: Tom Harper

    Writer: Andrew Davies